Sports
Jackie Robinson broke Major League Baseball's color barrier when suited up for the Dodgers.
*When Jackie Robinson broke MLB's color barrier
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) - 1947
Muhammad Ali was awarded the Liberty Medal for his contributions to humanitarian causes, civil rights, and religious freedoms.
When Muhammad Ali was awarded the Liberty Medal
Gen Z (1998-2012) - 2012
The Beatles release their album titled 'The Abbey Road'.
*When The Abbey Road was released
Generation X (1965-1980) - 1969
Elon Musk takes over as CEO of Tesla Motors.
*When Elon Musk became CEO of Tesla
Generation Z (1997-2012) - 2008
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, the first Harry Potter movie, debuts in theatres.
*When the first Harry Potter movie debuted
Gen Z (1998-2012) - 2001
Michael Jordan finally broke through and won his first NBA championship when the Chicago Bulls defeated the Los Angeles Lakers, with the likes of Magic Johnson and James Worthy, 4-1. This started what would be known as one of the greatest careers any player has ever had in sports history.
*When Michael Jordan won his first NBA championship
Millennials (1981-1997) - 1991
Gilbert Baker designed and put together the first rainbow flag, a symbol representing pride and hope for the LGBTQ community.
When Gilbert Baker designed and stitched the first rainbow flag
Generation X (1965-1980) - 1978
2Pac released his comeback single, California Love (feat. Dr. Dre & Roger Troutman), after his release from prison.
*When California Love was released
Millennials (1981-1996) - 1995
Sony's first portable cassette tape player, the Sony Walkman, went on sale for $150. This device was a way for consumers to listen to music where ever they went. Prior to this release, people could not access portable music in mainstream fashion.
*When the Sony Walkman was first released
Avengers Endgame hits theatres for opening night
*When Avengers Endgame debuts in theatres for opening night
Generation Alpha (early-mid 2010's<) - 2019
Willie O'Ree made history when he debuted for the Boston Bruins, becoming the first Black player to skate in the NHL.
*When Willie O'Ree debuted for the Boston Bruins
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) - 1958
One of the greatest speeches in human history, titled 'I Have A Dream', was delivered by Martin Luther King Jr. during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. Over 200,000 witnessed this historic event live.
*When Martin Luther King Jr. delivered the 'I Have A Dream' speech
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) - 1963
South Korean performer Psy's hit track, Gangnam Style, becomes the first music video to reach 1 billion views on YouTube.
*When Gangnam Style reached 1 billion views
Generation Z (1998-2012) - 2012
*When the color tv was introduced to consumers
The first motion picture ever, the Roundhay Garden Scene, is filmed by Louis Le Prince who was a French inventor.
*When the Roundhay Garden Scene was filmed
The Lost Generation (1883-1900) - 1888
The Triangles hosted the very first National Football League game, beating the Columbus Panhandles 14-0.
*When the first NFL game was played
G.I. Generation (1900-1927) - 1920
The LeBron James Family Foundation builds the 'I Promise School' in Akron, Ohio. The school is targeted towards at-risk youth, and students who graduate are granted four years of free tuition to Kent State University.
*When the LeBron James Foundation unveiled the 'I Promise' School
Generation Alpha (early-mid 2010's <) - 2018
After guitarist Malcolm Young's band, Velvet Underground, fell apart he formed a new band with his younger brother Angus. This band, known as AC/DC was formed in Sydney, Australia and would become the greatest Rock n' Roll band.
*When AC/DC formed
Generation X (1965-1980) - 1973
Microsoft goes on stage to unveil the launch of Windows 95, a new operating system that would become the most popular in the world.
*When Windows 95 was unveiled by Microsoft on stage
Millennials (1981-1996) - 1995
One of Heath Leger's last movies, The Dark Knight, opens in theatres for the public to enjoy.
*When The Dark Knight was released in theatres
Generation Z (1998-2012) - 2008
The last tennis player to win all 4 grand slams in a single season was Steffi Graf.
*When Steffi Graf last won all 4 grand slams in a season
Millennials (1981-1997) - 1988
Rosa Parks demonstrated heroism and leadership when she refused to give her bus seat up to a white passenger.
*When Rosa Parks refused to give up her bus seat
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) - 1955
Kanye West released his 10th studio album, titled 'Donda'
*When Donda was released
Generation Alpha (early-mid 2010's<) - 2021
National Broadcasting Company's (NBC) first radio broadcast takes place.
*When NBC's first radio broadcast occurred
G.I. Generation (1900-1927) -1926
*Silent could be considered correct (most sources say 1928-1945)
Star Wars Episode lV - A New Hope was actually the first movie released amongst the total 12 in the franchise.
*When Star Wars Episode lV - A New Hope was released in theatres
Generation X (1965-1980) - 1977